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Practicum Students Share Insights into Placements
Practicum students at the University of Windsor find that with a proper work-life balance the work experience positively impacts their learning experience. UWindsor offers different experiential learning options for students, including placements, practicums, and co-ops. The Lance interviewed three students in different faculties about their experience in a placement to better gauge student’s perspectives of placements as a part of undergraduate requirements. Jennifer Pereira, a fourth-year forensic science student completed a practicum with the Chatham Police, in the Forensic Identification Unit. “I’ve loved that each day is different,” she began. “I’ve had the opportunity to visit a variety of different
Beyond Borders: University of Windsor’s Exchange Coordinator Dedicates Career to Cultivating Peace through International Education
Michelle Fitzgerald, a former exchange student, is the exchange coordinator at the University of Windsor. “I love my job because I get to work with interesting students going out in the world doing interesting things and I get to live vicariously through them,” said Fitzgerald. Students who participate in one of these exchanges invariably report that it is the single most valuable part of their university experience. (Image: Duomo di Milano, Italy/ Amsterdam, Netherlands, Ireland/ Venice, Italy, Rijksmuseum Gardens, Netherlands/ Monesterio dos Jerónimos, Portugal/ Duomo di Firenze, Italy/ Sahara Desert, Morocco, Fontana di Trevi, Italy) (Photo credits: Gabrielle Doey) “I
Possible Transit Strike Could Impact UWindsor Students
University of Windsor students may need to find alternative ways to get to class, with the possibility of a looming transit strike on Monday. The University of Windsor’s Student Alliance (UWSA) posted on its Instagram page, “rest assured that we are actively working on a solution if the strike occurs and will keep you informed of any new information.” The UWSA is encouraging students to prepare for alternate transportation arrangements ahead of the potential strike. UWindsor students have already started to notice some transit delays, but other factors could have contributed to this. Rohan, an undergraduate student at the
The Extensive Influence of Campus Cybersecurity
Some university students reflect on their encounters with cyber threats in a digital connectivity landscape. Ayesha, a 4th-year Biological Sciences student, recalls a campus-wide cyber-attack during the summer of 2022 that disrupted the university's main web pages. "The recent attacks in the hospitals reminded me of when I was in the middle of my summer semester a year ago. The campus cyber-attack impacted the university's main web pages as well as Uwinsite. It was very frustrating as I could not access essential information for my courses and tuition." Christian Pitre, a Biochemistry alumnus, experienced challenges during the same campus cyber-attack.
The Impact of the University of Windsor’s Food Pantry
The University of Windsor's student-run food pantry is transforming its offerings, engaging students in evolving their selections and collaborating to address campus food insecurity. Ghallia Hashem, the University of Windsor’s Student Alliance (UWSA) president says there is in an increase in students using the student-run food pantry. "We started the food pantry this summer for this year, and there was an exponential uptick in the number of people who would stop by and take items, compared to last year," Hashem shares. This demand is reflected in the statistics – on average, around 80 people visited the food bank, depleting groceries
EPICentre’s Connect For: Holiday Swap Fosters Sustainability and Community Spirit at the University of Windsor
The University of Windsor Entrepreneurship, Practice, and Innovation Centre (EPICentre) is collaborating with the International Student Centre (ISC) and the University of Windsor Students' Alliance (UWSA) Food Pantry to host an event called Connect For: Holiday Swap. The event is on Thursday, December 7th, from 4 pm to 6 pm, and they are inviting students, faculty members, and the community to participate. How does it work? Between Monday, November 27th and Monday, December 4th, from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, you can visit the EPICentre office and donate up to five gently used items such as clothing, books, home décor,
Showcasing UWindsor Student Innovators and Startups
Meet Nourin Ahmed and Wilson Ler - two student entrepreneurs from the University of Windsor who show that pursuing a degree and dreams can go hand in hand. Nourin Ahmed is pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science program in Artificial Intelligence. She founded Rentee, a service designed to offer virtual property tours to international students and newcomers to Canada. Her platform ensures a more transparent leasing process to reduce the risk of rental scams. "We provide a unique solution by combining real-time video technology with local insights to offer a trustworthy house-hunting experience," said Nourin. "Our goal is
Traditions Across Borders: Diwali at UWindsor
Diwali, the festival of lights, is around the corner and UWindsor students are finding ways to celebrate in Windsor. “Being away from home on Diwali brings a bittersweet mixture of nostalgia and gratitude. It was always a great experience to cool off and spend time with your loved ones,” said Farhan Jawed Khan, the President of the Indian Student’s Association at UWindsor. “Being a part of the ISA has been a great experience. Leading a team committed to celebrating and sharing our rich Indian heritage is a truly fulfilling experience. Our ‘Dezi Diwali’ event this Friday, November 10th, promises
Volunteer Internship Program (VIP-CSL): Applications Open
The University of Windsor’s Volunteer Internship Program at the Career Development & Experiential Learning Center (VIP-CSL) is accepting new applications until November 15. This program is designed to empower students to not only make a meaningful difference in their community but also to equip them with valuable skills for their future careers. Under the guidance of the Applied Learning Coordinator, Jane Sylvester, the University of Windsor's VIP-CSL program provides students with the opportunity to "make a meaningful difference in their community while gaining valuable skills for their future careers,” says Sylvester. Sylvester describes the program as "self-directed," making it fit
UWindsor Students Can Now Get Flu Shots on Campus
The University of Windsor is now providing flu shots ahead of the winter season. Tiff Murray, a pharmacist at Elmdale Pharmacy says, getting a flu shot is especially important for university students... "The flu can certainly mess up your routine-- it's hard to go to class when you can't get out of bed.” Murray says university students spend time in common spaces, so the chance of transmission is higher. “Isolating isn't really an option for most university students, and unfortunately the flu is most transmissible before you develop symptoms, like a fever or chills that would tell you to